Balogun’s Red Card Drama and Comeback | Oakland News

Folarin Balogun, the U.S. soccer star, faced a whirlwind after receiving a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina — a call he believed was unfair and unintentional. The suspension sparked national buzz, even prompting a direct call from President Trump to FIFA, though the organization had already begun reviewing the decision. FIFA ultimately lifted the ban, allowing Balogun to play against Belgium — a game the U.S. lost 4-1. Despite the drama, Balogun credits his teammates for their unwavering support, helping him stay focused and separate emotion from performance. He sees the win over Bosnia as a unifying moment for the nation and a spark for young fans, and he’s already eyeing the next World Cup. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3634629d9d493665